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Why Clean Code Matters More Than Ever in Large Applications
Muhammad Naveed
February 16, 2026
1 min read
2 viewsUnderstanding why clean code is critical for scalability and long-term success.
Clean code is not just about making your code readable; it directly affects maintainability, scalability, and debugging speed. In large applications, poorly written code leads to higher costs, slower development, and increased bugs. Following principles such as modular design, meaningful variable names, and proper documentation ensures that teams can collaborate efficiently and scale products without technical debt.